Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Kumar Hota

Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Kumar Hota, the inaugural Vice Chancellor of DRIEMS University, Odisha, has made significant contributions to the field of technical education over his 30-year career. Before his appointment in 2023, he served as a Professor of Electrical Engineering at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT). Prof. Hota was also the first Principal of Parala Maharaja Engineering College, Berahampur, and the College of Engineering and Technology, now OUTR. His leadership extended to serving as Chairman of the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination. As an NBA/NAAC Peer Team Expert, he has been instrumental in enhancing the quality of technical education. Additionally, Prof. Hota is actively involved with the Board of Management for several prestigious institutions, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to educational excellence.